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Before Sailor Moon, there was Sailor V! Minako Aino is 13 years old when she meets a talking white cat named Artemis, who tells her something unbelievable: With a magic pen, she has the power to transform into the elegant, masked hero Sailor V. Experience Minako''s adventures, before she became Sailor Venus, featuring a new, glittering cover, a fresh translation, and remastered interior art!A year before meeting Sailor Moon--and her destiny as a member of the Sailor Guardians--Minako was the first hero to find her calling. At age 13, all this teen can talk about is finding a boyfriend, but her dreams change when a talking cat with a crescent moon on his forehead reveals her true identity as the Soldier of Justice, Sailor V! Magic has returned to modern Tokyo, and she must use her powers to stop the Dark Agency, which is trying to manipulate Japan''s entertainment industry and enslave the population.This definitive, two-volume "Eternal Edition" of the Codename: Sailor V manga follows the ten-volume Sailor Moon Eternal Edition. They feature new cover illustrations by Sailor V and Sailor Moon creator Naoko Takeuchi, a new translation, entirely redesigned lettering, and, for the first time, all the color pages from the original magazine run in the 1990s, at the largest size available anywhere in the world!In the name of Sailor V, don''t miss this chance to complete your collection!

The new shonen action manga from the creator of Magi is here! Musashi is a teenager living under demon rule. As children, he and his best friend made a promise: to become the greatest warriors in the world and overthrow the demons. But life intervenes, and five years later, he finds himself about to become a miner. Yet can Musashi truly be satisfied with a "normal" life?At age 10, best friends Musashi and Kojiro sat in excited silence as Kojiro''s father spun tales of evil demons who preyed on the innocent, and the warriors who defeated them. Practicing swordplay, the two swear an oath to become the strongest in the world and But as they grow up, Kojiro turns cycnical, and Musashi comes to realize that he can''t turn back 150 years of demon rule on his own. He''s being called a prodigy with a pickaxe, and he''s almost ready to settle for a life of labor. Yet he can''t shake the feeling that he still has a responsibility to act... and, soon, the injustices of his world will force his hand...

Before Sailor Moon, there was Sailor V! Minako Aino is 13 years old when she meets a talking white cat named Artemis, who tells her something unbelievable: With a magic pen, she has the power to transform into the elegant, masked hero Sailor V. Experience Minako''s adventures, before she became Sailor Venus, featuring a new, glittering cover, a fresh translation, and remastered interior art!A year before meeting Sailor Moon--and her destiny as a member of the Sailor Guardians--Minako was the first hero to find her calling. At age 13, all this teen can talk about is finding a boyfriend, but her dreams change when a talking cat with a crescent moon on his forehead reveals her true identity as the Soldier of Justice, Sailor V! Magic has returned to modern Tokyo, and she must use her powers to stop the Dark Agency, which is trying to manipulate Japan''s entertainment industry and enslave the population.This definitive, two-volume "Eternal Edition" of the Codename: Sailor V manga follows the ten-volume Sailor Moon Eternal Edition. They feature new cover illustrations by Sailor V and Sailor Moon creator Naoko Takeuchi, a new translation, entirely redesigned lettering, and, for the first time, all the color pages from the original magazine run in the 1990s, at the largest size available anywhere in the world!In the name of Sailor V, don''t miss this chance to complete your collection!

God created the heavens and the Earth -- but, little-known fact, he outsourced the animals to the office of Heaven''s Design Team! This hilarious and educational manga features weird real-life animals and puts even some humdrum critters in a strange new light.On the seventh day, God rested. But it turns out He started getting tired long before... In fact, when it came time to design the animals, God contracted the whole thing out to an agency... Heaven''s Design Team! They love their work -- the giraffe, the koala, the ping-pong tree sponge(?!) -- but their divine client''s demands are often vague, and the results are sometimes wild in more ways than one. Then there''s prototyping and testing to worry about, not to mention Ms. Pluto''s penchant for grotesque and Mr. Saturn, who just wants to make everything look like a horse... But in the end, all creatures great and small get their due!

A spine-chilling and steamy romance between a Japanese sweets maker and the man who framed her mother for murder -- Something''s Wrong With Us is the dark, psychological, sexy shojo series readers have been waiting for!Following in her mother''s footsteps, Nao became a traditional Japanese sweets maker, and at 21, she''s about to take the industry by storm. With unparalleled artistry and a bright attitude, she gets an offer to work at a world-class confectionary company. But when she meets the young, handsome owner, she recognizes his cold stare... It''s none other than Tsubaki, her childhood friend and first crush-the same boy who stood over his father''s bloodied body 15 years ago, and framed Nao''s mother for the murder. As the only witness of that fateful night, Nao is eager to chase down the truth and confirm her suspicions. Since Tsubaki has no clue who she is, she seizes her chance to get close to him, but instead of finding any answers, she begins falling deeper for Tsubaki''s allure...

The moving, provocative manga about the struggles and triumphs in love of a woman and a man who uses a wheelchair comes to print! Fans of tumultuous manga romance -- like A Silent Voice and Your Lie in April -- don''t miss this!An office party reunites Tsugumi with her high school crush Itsuki. He''s realized his dream of becoming an architect, but along the way, he experienced a spinal injury that put him in a wheelchair. Now Tsumugi''s rekindled feelings will butt up against prejudices she never considered -- and Itsuki will have to decide if he''s ready to let someone into his heart... Yet they may soon discover that, without each other, the world feels imperfect.

A rom-com manga on ice, perfect for fans of Princess Jellyfish and Wotakoi. Kokoro is the talk of the figure-skating world, winning trophies and hearts. But little do they know... he''s actually a huge nerd! From the beloved creator of You''re My Pet (Tramps Like Us).Chitose is a serious young woman, working for the health magazine SASSO. Or at least, she would be, if she wasn''t constantly getting distracted by her childhood friend, international figure skating star Kokoro Kijinami! In the public eye and on the ice, Kokoro is a gallant, flawless knight, but behind his glittery costumes and breathtaking spins lies a secret: he''s actually a hopeless romantic otaku, who can only land his quad jumps when Chitose is on hand to recite a spell from his favorite magical girl anime!

The boys are back, in 400-page hardcovers that are as pretty and badass as they are! This hit adventure -- which blends mythology from around the world into a classic adventure story -- has been out of print for years, and this collector''s edition is a fitting celebration of its return!Genjyo Sanzo is a Buddhist priest in the city of Shangri-La, which is being ravaged by yokai spirits that have fallen out of balance with the natural order. His superiors send him on a journey far to the west to discover why this is happening and how to stop it. His companions are three yokai with human souls. But this is no day trip -- the four will encounter many discoveries and horrors on the way, and on the road, Sanzo will wonder... can he really trust his supernatural companions?

A beautifully-illustrated story about a girl who longs for magic in her life and learns that, on the inside, she already is what she wishes she could be. Reminiscent of Studio Ghibli, this lushly-drawn story was voted one of the top 10 manga of the year in 2018 by the Japanese manga industry.In a world where everyone takes wonders like magic spells and dragons for granted, Coco is a girl with a simple dream: She wants to be a witch. But everybody knows magicians are born, not made, and Coco was not born with the gift for magic. She's resigned to her un-magical life, until a traveling magician passes through her village, and Coco learns what what everybody "knows" might not be the truth.

A wizard's job is never done! Get fired up for the official sequel to Fairy Tail, with story and layouts by original creator Hiro Mashima himself.Natsu, Lucy, Happy, Erza, and the whole Fairy Tail guild are back in action! And they've decided to tackle the "100 Years Quest" - a job no one's dared take on since the founding of the guild more than a century ago. A mysterious town, a baffling spirit, a ghastly new enemy... and a brand new continent to explore. When you're with real friends, the adventures never stop!

It's here! The creator of Fairy Tail, manga superstar Hiro Mashima, is back with a high-flying space adventure! All the steadfast friendship, crazy fighting, and blue cats you've come to expect... IN SPACE!A young boy gazes up at the sky and sees a streaming bolt of light. The friendly, armor-clad being at his side tells him gently, "That's a dragon." The fact that he's joking isn't important. What's important is the look of wonder on the boy's face... and the galaxy-spanning adventure that's about to take place! Join Hiro Mashima (Fairy Tail, Rave Master) once more as he takes to the stars for another thrilling saga!

Dive into Kousuke Satake's suave and explosive manga debut, about powerful women good and evil, featuring a story of vengeance in a stylish, art-deco urban wonderland that's one part Fullmetal Alchemist and one part Cowboy Bebop.Ashaf: a soft-spoken man with delicate features, a coffin strapped to his back, and an entourage of black crows. Guideau: a feral, violent girl with long fangs and the eyes of a beast. This ominous pair appear one day in a town in thrall to a witch -- a ruler with magic coursing through her tattooed body, who has convinced the townsfolk she's their hero. But Ashaf and Guideau know better. They live by one creed: "Wherever a witch goes, only curses and disasters follow." They have scores to settle, and they won't hesitate to remove anyone in their way, be it angry mob or army garrison. A dark fairytale set in a steampunk world of magic and monsters, The Witch and the Beast will entice and entrap manga readers looking for their next fantasy action fix!

A delightful gift to every Hiro Mashima fan! Discover HERO'S, the ultimate crossover, the new manga that brings together wizards, warriors, and spacefarers from every corner of the Hiro Mashima universe, including characters from FAIRY TAIL, RAVE MASTER, and EDENS ZERO. This is Mashima's victory lap! Don't miss it!The Fairy Tail guild are enjoying a well-deserved rest on True Island, an island known to contain the truth behind all the secrets of the world, when Natsu gets drawn into the jungle by the smell of delicious fruit. There he encounters Shiki, a young boy who's after the same fruit! Will our heroes become friends or rivals? And how many other classic characters will make an appearance? Find out as all your old faves from three manga classics come together for the first time in a brand-new adventure!

God created the heavens and the Earth -- but, little-known fact, he outsourced the animals to the office of Heaven's Design Team! This hilarious and educational manga features weird real-life animals and puts even some humdrum critters in a strange new light.IT WASN'T MEANT TO BE THIS WAY!After getting Kenta's crazy experiment under control, the Design Department goes back to the drawing board to tune up some old rejected submissions. The Client, seeing their work was good, then sends the team on a well-deserved vacation. But for this wacky crew, "relaxation time" is anything but!

The hit shonen adventure continues, with a major anime series coming soon, into the far future, beyond the finale of Negima!Ages 16 and up.AN OLD NEMESIS RETURNSWhile Nikits occupies Tota, the Senkyokan comes under attack. Jinbei and Juzo put their relationship to the test as they face off in a fight to the death. Can Jinbei defeat Juzo's 800 years of sword mastery to awaken his friend from Ba'al's control? Clashing with the boy he once saved, Jinbei reveals the true nature of his Switcheroo. And, at a climactic moment, Tota arrives just as Dana--his old master--appears out of nowhere. She may no longer be the teacher he once knew... The UQ members must unite to face their greatest battle yet!

As players of Monster Hunter and Dungeons & Dragons know, the slime is not exactly the king of the fantasy monsters. So when a 37-year-old Tokyo salaryman dies and wakes up in a world of elves and magic, he's a little disappointed to find he's become a blind, boneless slime monster.REVENGE SERVED COLDThe hostile human nation of Falmuth staged a devastating attack on Tempest, the peaceful land of monsters. Now, in order to bring back the dead and protect the living, Rimuru is determined to become the most feared of beings: a Demon Lord. But this evolution comes at a terrible price, and the assailing humans will soon realize how poorly they've chosen their enemy...

An average salaryman turned ninja killer seeks to vengeance against all ninja who terrorise the cyberpunk metropolis of Neo Saitama.

Swimsuits! Ramen! Dumb jokes! Beer! Uncomfortable nudity! It s all here in this tale of coming of age surrounded by beer, bums and the Grand Blue!